Ceci Bruschetta

By LeeBoruchow

Much more interesting than your standard tomato-basil variety.

Ingredients

• 1 cup cooked ceci beans (chickpeas)
• 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons black olive paste
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes
• 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
• 2 tablespoons basil leaves, cut in chiffonade
• 1 garlic clove, thinly sliced
• Salt and pepper
• 4 (1-inch) thick slices Italian peasant bread, grilled

Preparation

Step 1

Mix all ingredients and top on sliced bread. Drizzle with oil.